ZIGO sign-What are the classifications of signage and guidance systems?

signage is already ubiquitous in our daily lives, and these guidance systems are composed of multiple subsystems, with many classification methods. Our most common classification is based on its application environment, function, actual application, etc.

1、 Classify by application environment

This is very easy to understand, which is to divide according to different environments. Generally, our common environments include:

A. Public environment

B. Residential communities

C. Hospitals

D. Commercial shopping malls

E. Tourist attractions

F. Road traffic

G. Company Factory

H. Education schools

2、 Classification by information reception method

A. Hearing

As the name suggests, it is a form of identification that relies on auditory perception and is expressed through sound. The general listening sink type identification is mainly an accessible identification system designed for visually impaired individuals who are unable to obtain information ahead of their vision. For example, at traffic lights, there may be voice prompts in some areas, telling you whether the light is red or green.

B. Visual

This is also the most common way of receiving information, usually expressed through text or pictures. This type of identification is superior to other sensory types in terms of recognition, visibility, readability, and other aspects.

C. Olfactory sense

This type is represented by a representative odor, relying on the sense of smell to convey information as a form of identification. The most representative example is adding a foul odor to the gas used for cooking and heating in ordinary households. Without the addition of this foul odor, users would find it difficult to detect gas leaks and are prone to major accidents such as explosions or fires.

D. Tactile sensation

This type is generally combined with auditory identification, mainly providing a form of guidance information for visually impaired individuals. Such common signs include the tactile paving on the horse, which is a very representative sign. Some signs now also have corresponding Braille added for the convenience of these friends to use.

3、 Classified by function

A. Directional identification

Indicate the guiding part of the environment by indicating the direction. This type of identification usually appears in public spaces in urban environments, such as roads, transportation systems, etc.

B. Managerial identification

The part aimed at reminding laws, regulations, and administrative planning.

C. Identification identification

It is the most fundamental part of the identification system, also known as positioning identification. Like city landmarks and so on.

D. Spatial identification

It refers to the part of the human brain that uses tools such as maps or road maps to describe the spatial composition of the environment and generate corresponding images in visual or other senses.

E. Informative identification

It often appears in the form of descriptive textual information, in order to provide necessary supplements to image information and accurately explain parts that are prone to ambiguity.